Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology, National Water Operations Initial Minor Flood Warning For The Mcarthur River Issued at 07:25 PM ACST on Sunday 28 December 2025 Flood Warning Number: 1 MINOR FLOODING IS LIKELY AT BORROLOOLA MONDAY MORNING Rainfall over the last week has led to river level rises across the McArthur River catchment, with minor flooding likely at Borroloola during Monday morning. McArthur River: Minor flooding is likely along the McArthur River. The McArthur River at Borroloola is currently at 7.64 m and rising, below the minor flood level. The McArthur River at Borroloola is likely to exceed the minor flood level (9.00 m) Monday morning. Further rises are possible as upstream flows arrive. Flood Safety Advice: Don't drive, walk, swim or play in floodwater because it is dangerous. Stay away from flooded drains, rivers, streams and waterways. Obey road closure signs. Plan ahead so you don't drive on flooded roads. Check the ABC and local media for updates. The situation can change quickly, so stay informed. For local emergency management warnings and advice visit www.securent.nt.gov.au.} For emergency assistance call SES on telephone number 132 500. In life-threatening emergencies, call 000 (triple zero) immediately. Next issue: The next warning will be issued by 11:30 AM ACST on Monday 29 December 2025. Latest River Heights: McArthur River at Baileys Grave,6.59,falling,5:40 pm Sun 28/12/25 McArthur River at McArthur River Mine,12.59,rising,6:50 pm Sun 28/12/25 McArthur River at Borroloola,7.64,rising,7:15 pm Sun 28/12/25 This advice is also available by dialling 1300 659 219. Warning, rainfall and river information are available at http://www.bom.gov.au/australia/flood.